Crunchy Tuna Salad with Sesame-Ginger Dressing

Canned tuna, radishes, cilantro, shredded carrot, ginger, rice vinegar, and sesame oil are the main ingredients in this refreshing and delectable tuna salad.

Ingredients :

• 10 to 12 ounces of canned, drained white albacore tuna

• 8 to 10 radishes, cut into wedges

• 1 large carrot, shredded

• 1 clove garlic, smashed and minced

• 1 teaspoon minced ginger

• 1/2 to 1 serrano chile, seeded and minced (taste for spice and adjust; chili pepper flakes can also be substituted)

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

• 1 teaspoon dark sesame oil

• 3 tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar (or 1 teaspoon sugar-sweetened plain rice vinegar)

• Salt and black pepper, to taste

• 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro

• 1 whole green onion, chopped

• 8 ounces soba noodles (dry) or fresh lettuce

STEPS :

     1. In a sizable bowl, combine the drained tuna with the radishes, shredded carrot, garlic, ginger, chili, vegetable oil, dark sesame oil, and rice vinegar. Toss gently to mix. Season with salt and pepper to taste. When ready to serve, keep chilled.

     2. When ready to serve, add the cilantro and green onion :

Serve with salad or over cold, cooked soba noodles.